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Answer: Specify which compound in the following pairs of
Chapter 9, Problem 9.23(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Specify which compound in the following pairs of ionic compounds has the higher lattice energy: (a) KCl or MgO, (b) LiF or LiBr, (c) Mg3N2 or NaCl. Explain your choice.
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QUESTION:
Specify which compound in the following pairs of ionic compounds has the higher lattice energy: (a) KCl or MgO, (b) LiF or LiBr, (c) Mg3N2 or NaCl. Explain your choice.
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In an ionic compound, Lattice energy is used for measuring the strength between ionic bonds. It is the energy needed for separating solid ionic compounds to ionic constituents in gaseous form. Higher the charge, stronger is the forces of attraction and stronger will be the lattice.